When my husband and I were in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, we toured a family-owned Tequila factory/plantation in the mountains. The family also had a restaurant attached to the factory with live music from the locals. They had a Surf and Turf meal of fresh fish, steak, locally grown native fruits and vegetables and homemade bread.Continue reading “A Surf and Turf Dinner in the Mexican Mountains”
Author Archives: Elaine Sycks
Midweek Motivational Post
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“Actors who got greedy and got fired.”
To be honest, anytime the word actor is in a news headline I ignore it and tune it out. I usually could care less what they are up to. If I had to make a connection from this one, it’s to remember to be content with what I have and not to take advantage ofContinue reading ““Actors who got greedy and got fired.””
My happy list:
I realize that “things” don’t necessarily make you happy and in the midst of hardship, you have to look around to find the small blessings that make you grateful. However, these are some of the things from my “happy” list: My faith in God God’s Word The gift of prayer My husband My kids MyContinue reading “My happy list:”
Hot off the Amazon Kindle Press!
Sweets and Treats Cookbook : Volume 3 of the Family Recipe Series Welcome to the third installment in my Family Recipe cookbook series entitled “Sweets and Treats.” This is a fun collection. It includes easy to make bars, cakes, cookies, and pies. A couple of holiday treats are included as well. From chocolate to cherryContinue reading “Hot off the Amazon Kindle Press!”
Chapter 8 “Caught in Corruption’s Web” (from “The Councilman’s Gambit”)
“Councilman Carlisle,” she began, her voice measured and controlled. “I understand you have some explaining to do.” He forced a smile, a brittle, unconvincing expression that betrayed his inner turmoil. “Is that so? I’m always happy to answer any questions you may have, Miss Jenkins.” He tried to sound nonchalant, but his voice quivered slightly,Continue reading “Chapter 8 “Caught in Corruption’s Web” (from “The Councilman’s Gambit”)”
New Week Motivation
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One Word: COFFEE
I very rarely spend money on myself. I do not require many material things. My one exception: coffee. My Americano is how I start my day. My husband and kids know my favorite gift whether for my birthday or Christmas or Mother’s Day is a coffee gift card. It’s my joy-giving friend.
Things that make me go hmmmm
Why two matching socks can go into the dryer but only one of them comes out? Why it gets hot in the summer and the grass stops growing but the weeds don’t? Why our dog will be sound asleep on the couch and wouldn’t hear a burglar break in, but will become wide awake asContinue reading “Things that make me go hmmmm”
Donut run!!
It’s been a rough week in the automotive world. Actually on a Krispy Kreme donut run for my techs. 😁
Lemon and Rosemary 